Philippines to Modernize TVET System with $100M ADB Loan
The Philippine government has approved a project to modernize its technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system. Utilizing a $100 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the initiative aims to expand employment opportunities for young people and enhance competitiveness in the global labor market.
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